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Crisis in Burma is compounded by problems getting aid into the country

An earthquake of 7.9 magnitude hits China, killing more than 12,000

Three-quarters of voters think Gordon Brown is doing a bad job

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Tensions rise in Ukraine as President Yushchenko's opponents prevent his annual address

World CO2 levels reach record high, scientists warn

Care of elderly in England faces £6bn shortfall over next 20 years

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Scientists isolate gene that causes epilepsy - but only in women

Indian firm joins forces with Renault-Nissan to build world's cheapest car

Good news for cat lovers: owning one can reduce fatal heart attacks by 40 per cent

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Afghan farmers abandon poppy crops in favour of wheat

Embarrassing medical problems? You can now visit a doctor anonymously in Second Life

A new Japanese vending machine can identify - and refuse - underage smokers

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Summary: Break in the clouds for Obama as his super-delegate count overtakes Hillary's

Forecast: Storms over Westminster as MPs battle over Embryology Bill